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Dear Mother, dearest mother of all.

How is your cough?

Is your breathing better?

Who is helping you with your medicine?

We are far apart

so all I can do is to send you this letter.

Goodbye.

Welcome to Korea.

- Thank you. - Goodbye.

Have a good day.

Hello. Do you have someone for us?

Yes, she's seated back there.

Passport, please.

Are you Cho Hyesun?

Please come with us.

Yellow is for tuberculosis and pink is for parasites.

It's general protocol.

Put on this gown, take off your underwear and lie down.

What is it for?

It's protocol.

Women coming from North Korea are required to undergo an examination.

What examination?

We're checking if everything is okay.

If we find anything, it can be treated.

Okay, let's take a look at what you wrote down.

Hyesun, you're 21 years old, from Ryanggang Province?

Yes.

Your father... Let's see.

My father passed away when I was 16.

Oh my.

You said your mother is ill.

Is your brother taking care of her?

He works in a factory in South Hamgyong Province.

She has no one.

Must have been hard leaving your mother alone.

I did not mean to leave my mother.

I had to pay for her medicine.

I see.

Then let's talk about your escape from North Korea to China.

You said you swam across the river, where was that?

Near Matong-ri.

Who was waiting for you in China?

I was alone.

I would like to make a phone call.

It won't take long.

Calls are not allowed during the asylum process.

I hope you understand.

Hyesun,

what did you do in China?

I stayed with a farmer.

He was twice my age.

His mother had dementia, so I had to take care of her and the house.

How long did you stay there?

I don't remember.

You don't remember? - Right.

Then how did you make money for your mother's medicine?

I got it from the farmer.

Then why did you leave?

He wanted to have a child with me.

And you didn't want that?

How long will it take before I can make a phone call?

It's been almost two years since I left you.

Have the rivers and mountains changed since I left?

That morning, I left without a word

but I remember how our eyes met in the field.

You waved at me, from behind the bean stalks.

I couldn't say a word.

Did you know what was about to happen?

Ms. Cho Hyesun?

Yes?

The investigation has concluded.

Congratulations on becoming a citizen of South Korea.

Tomorrow you will be transferred to Hanawon.

Please pack your things.

This way.

Hello.

Welcome.

Nice to meet you.

Hello everyone.

Welcome to Hanawon Integration Center.

Hanawon will be your first home in South Korea.

We offer various kinds of career training and academic support

to give you the skills you need to adapt to life in the South.

Now let me introduce Hanawon's Director,

Mr. Park Yong Chul.

Nice to meet you all.

I'm Park Yong Chul, the Director of Hanawon.

I welcome all of you here at Hanawon.

The hearts of those who leave home

often have a gaping hole.

I'm sure that some of you

must think of home and your families every day.

I do not pretend to understand the hardships you endured coming here.

But what I can say for certain

is that we all must continue to walk on.

Stare directly at the lens, please.

Look at the camera.

Maybe raise the corners of your lips?

Yes, that's good.

Next please.

Don't smile so much.

- Which one would you...? - Which do you like?

I thought everyone slept in beds in South Korea.

Feels nice, though.

Is the floor warm?

Yeah.

Oh, right!

Sis, look what I got.

Want to taste it?

It's grape flavored, but tastes nothing like real grapes.

Come on, try it!

Good, right?

An intelligence officer gave it to me.

An intelligence officer? - Yeah.

They were nice to me.

They didn't keep asking the same questions?

Actually, I don't know much about North Korea.

My parents are North Korean,

but they came to China before I was born.

My aunt's family lives in Seoul, so I also told about them.

Where does your family live?

Are they also in China?

Or already here?

I'm sorry.

I talk too much.

It's fine.

Thanks for the gum.

Sis, look at this.

I've been practicing.

South Korean gum makes bigger bubbles.

Try it out.

- How do I do it? - Watch.

It's difficult!

How do you do it again?

Good job!

Now, follow me everyone.

Ready, start!

'Korea' is the English word for 'Goryeo'.

During the Goryeo Dynasty,

Korea became a sovereign country

that over time generated its own identity and culture.

Korea was first unified under Goryeo,

and despite wars, occupation, and disputes,

we stayed unified for more than a thousand years.

That is, until the Cold War divided the country.

Next, please.

- I'm Cho Hyesun. - Ms. Cho Hyesun...

- Here is your pocket money. - Thank you.

Next, please.

What food do you miss the most?

Corn noodles.

Me too!

My cousin says that once we get to Seoul--

Look who's here, you fucking bitch.

You deserve to die for what you did

Glad I caught you here!

I'll kill you, you filthy whore

I almost lost my life because of your lies!

All you care about is saving your own ass!

I hope they found your family.

You're nothing but trash You selfish whore!

Yoonhwa

Stop

You came all this way to get kicked out?

You'll be punished for what you did

I know you will!

Make someone shed tears, and you'll be shedding blood!

Stop!

Sis, are you okay?

How could this happen?

Oh no, look at your face.

Can you walk?

Come on, let's go.

Are you okay?

Take it slow.

Sis, you shouldn't fight. Ever.

My Mother told me never to attract attention.

Don't worry about what Yoonhwa said.

As long as you're not ashamed of yourself, it's no matter.

What if I am ashamed?

Thanks for the ointment.

Mother, you know your daughter well.

When I set my mind on something I always make it happen.

But here, even in safety

it feels like my past keeps watching over me.

In China, I turned into someone unimaginable,

and I had to make unspeakable choices.

In my darkest moments

I found strength in what you used to tell me.

"Be like a viper."

I heard there was a fight?

I did not fight.

Fights are not allowed at Hanawon. Following the rules is important here.

So today we'll start thinking about your future.

Many women go into cooking or baking, sometimes cosmetics.

Hair stylists and nail artists are in high demand.

And looks matter these days, so you'll find a job in no time.

I'm not interested in job training.

I understand it's hard to know what you want right now.

If you experience-

I heard there's a school program here.

Yes.

We do have a school program.

But that is for teens. Normally adults--

I heard people in South Korea look down on those with no degree.

And being pretty doesn't mean people respect you.

I'm going to study.

Ms. Hyesun,

I'm going to be honest with you.

In South Korea, students start preparing for college very young.

It's hard for North Koreans to catch up with the studies.

It's an uphill battle.

I don't care if it is difficult.

I'll find a way.

I understand,

but do you really have to choose something so difficult?

Would it help if I speak to Mr. Park?

The director?

Yes.

You know,

I have been through hell to get here.

Well...

What is it that you want to do then?

I want to become a nurse.

Pour detergent up to the line. And press this button.

Thank you.

And thank you for yesterday too.

Where in China were you?

You seem familiar.

We did not meet in China.

I came here directly from North Korea.

I see.

I just thought we might have been in the same area.

I remember seeing this in China

Yeah?

I heard Kim Jong Il had a kippeum-jo.

Kippeum-jo?

What's that?

He had a group of women on standby.

He'd call them to sing at parties.

And for other stuff too.

Excuse me.

Excuse me!

You, over there.

Student!

Playing music is only allowed during music class.

I'm sorry.

I thought the music room was always open.

This place is not soundproof. You must sign up before using the room.

- Don't let it happen again. - I won't.

You are Ms. Cho Hyesun, right?

Yes.

I heard from Ms. Song

that you want to become a nurse?

Yes, I do.

Difficult path you're choosing.

I will become a nurse.

Yes.

I am sure you will.

I will tell Ms. Song to sign you up for the school program.

Thank you.

Okay, let's try it again.

- Hello? - Mr. Songgwang?

- Who's this? - It's Hyesun.

Don't use my name, just call me Mr.

I'm sorry.

What's this about?

Well,

I'm calling from Hanawon.

Don't call me from there. Are you stupid?

Call when you get to Seoul.

But that takes two months. My mother is very sick.

You're the only one who..

Hello?

Hello?

So there is no one else who can take care of your mother?

My brother works too far away.

And his pay is so low, he can't send her anything.

I have a son I left behind.

I left him in China. In Dalian.

He's 9 years old.

He lives with his father.

Then

Who is the father?

He's Chinese. A farmer.

For years I tried to avoid getting pregnant,

but that's what happened.

He would beat me, kick me.

If I fought back, he'd threaten to turn me over to the Chinese authorities.

That sounds horrible.

It's the same for everyone.

You came straight from the North?

I wish that was true.

I was also in Dalian.

Then you too...

No children?

I got away in time.

Smart of you.

Where did you go after?

Is that where you met Yoonhwa?

You don't have to say anything.

Who got you out of China?

The Unification Hope Mission. Missionaries.

They went on and on about heaven and hell.

I mean, does it even exist?

They don't know how to bake bean buns down here.

Look how pale this is.

And way too dry.

Look at this.

But you know...

The bun looks like...

Bomyi's face!

It tastes awful, but at least it looks cute.

Then, Hyesun resembles...?

Mochi balls?

That's why you looked so familiar!

I'd like to try it.

Today you are going on your first City Life Experience.

Are you all excited?

Yes!

You'll receive one of these cards later.

This is a debit card with cash already inside.

Pass it around and have a look.

Press continue. Then we'll withdraw the money.

And press here.

Then, as you see, the cash comes out.

Don't forget your card when you're done.

Easy, right?

Okay. Then take one card each.

Take one and pass it on.

Pass it on.

Anyone else?

Okay, attention everyone.

Today you can use this card to spend up to 100,000 won.

Only basic clothes, soap, toothpaste, and toiletries.

Only what's on your necessities list. Don't forget.

No unnecessary purchases, okay?

Don't forget to ask for receipts.

I will collect them at the end of the trip.

Wow.

Let us know if we can help.

Are you looking for anything in particular?

Just let me know if you need anything.

Excuse me?

Yes, how can I help you?

Do you have something to put on my face, to make it brighter?

Sure. I'll show you our tone up products.

Come this way.

What do you prefer BB cream, CC cream, foundation, or a cushion?

The same that you use.

It's this one.

It has great coverage and no greying.

Have you used this brand before?

Or if you re looking for something lighter,

this Seven-Venus cushion is also handy.

Okay, I'll take that.

Okay, just a sec!

You'd look great with a brighter skin tone, so here's number 21.

You don't need anything else?

Maybe something for my lips?

What are you looking for? Lip tint? Lip balm?

- Something red? - Red?

Some this way.

To prepare for life in Seoul, these are necessities, too.

Necessities!

Well, did you all have fun at the mall today?

Yes.

It's not only about how to make a purchase,

but also about making decisions based on your needs.

We hope you enjoyed learning about this process.

So, let me collect your receipts now.

Are these all the receipts?

Are you sure?

Hyesun, Bomyi.

Everyone in South Korea has the right to freedom of choice,

but that choice comes with responsibility.

You have five minutes to go to the bathroom and wipe off your makeup.

Now.

I'm sorry.

I know it's not allowed...

Some days you just need to play the drums.

Well, it was a mess.

Everyone learns by getting things wrong.

I was such an idiot today.

Hyesun, you're young.

Breaking the rules on a field trip is not the end of the world.

Makeup doesn't do anything for my mother.

Don't you get sad

that everyone here leaves you?

I've never thought of it that way.

Everyone comes here trying to find their own happiness.

It's a stop along the journey.

I can only help people to gather up their courage.

Best of luck.

All the best.

I wish you all the best.

Hyesun

Sis!

Please come and visit me.

My neighborhood is called Guro. Hope it's not too far from you.

I will. Stay healthy, sis.

Stay strong.

Hold on! Can you open the door?

Thank you. Thank you.

It's true. Leaving home does leave a hole in your heart.

When I managed to call you from China, you said

"Don't worry about us, and don't ever come back."

"If you come back, we're all going to die."

So here I am.

In the biggest city I have ever seen.

Will I ever be able to call this place my home?

I tell you, electricity bills these days are crazy.

And inflation. Everything's gotten so expensive.

This way. Over here.

Seriously, this administration doesn't have a clue.

And now they want us to work 67 hours a week again.

Aren't we all stressed enough already?

How is a person like me supposed to make ends meet?

Password is 0727.

Ah, first it's closed like this.

Open it, type 0727 and close it.

Then it will open.

This president sucks. He sucks.

Ta-dah!

Welcome to your new apartment!

Guys, this is a pretty big apartment for Seoul.

Refrigerator.

The freezer.

The refrigerator.

Microwave oven.

Rice cooker.

And here are your phones.

Not the latest model, but you can at least call people.

You learned how to use them, right?

Right.

Now let's go to Hyesun's room!

Our life in Seoul is really starting!

This way.

Ms. Hyesun.

Here's your room, Hyesun. This is your bed.

This bed is made of memory foam.

Memory.

It remembers.

A mattress that remembers.

Sit down.

Try sitting on it.

Have a seat.

Wow...

So soft!

Anyway.

The settlement aid should cover all your expenses and needs.

But if you need advice or just want to chat,

I'm in unit 411, just give me a call.

Actually, I'm on a diet right now.

But since today's a special day...

Two...

What would you like?

Uh, this. This looks delicious.

Double Bulgogi Cheese Burger?

Good choice.

Nice job. What about you, Hyesun?

There are no noodles here.

Do you have enough to eat?

Are you able to stay warm?

I remember how we'd drag a handcart for miles

through the forest to collect firewood.

We'd struggle all day carrying heavy loads on our tired backs.

At night, we found our way home by the moonlight.

The smell of smoke from the chimneys told us we were close.

We'd light a fire in the stove, curl up, and you'd tell stories in the dark.

Do I dare to say

that I miss those moments with you?

Hello?

Mr. Songgwang? It's Cho Hyesun.

I'm in Seoul now. This is my new phone number.

- Cho Hyesun from Ryanggang - That's right.

Have you got the money?

Not yet.

But first...

I'd like to send my mother my phone number, so she can--

That's not my problem. It was your decision to leave her.

Call when you have the money.

That's not the right way in.

I'll tell you now, the midterms will be hard--

Finally. You must be Cho Hyesun, right?

Yes, I'm sorry.

Welcome, please find your seat.

Now that you know the way, don't be late again, okay?

Let me repeat, the midterms are going to be hard.

Please select a transaction.

Enter your PIN number.

Wait a moment.

Take your card.

So this is a special diet tea.

It has undergone more oxidation than other teas.

And that helps you lose weight.

You have to drink at least six cups a day for it to work.

So I try my best.

nice.

Would you rather have coffee?

I've never been a coffee drinker.

I don't know why people torture themselves with all that caffeine.

And that steamed milk and syrup, people drink so much of it.

It really makes you fat.

I really don't get it.

I need money.

Oh, I see.

You know, your settlement aid is paid to you in monthly installments.

But, it's very urgent.

But I'm not allowed to lend anyone money.

No, that's not what I meant.

I was hoping

you could help me find a job?

Ah! I see.

I can do anything.

I can cook, clean toilets, wipe floors, carry boxes...

Hold on, hold on.

My gosh.

My mother is very sick.

I need to send her money for her medicine.

I'm in a bit of a hurry.

I'm worried that if you both work and study, you'll break your neck.

I won't. I promise.

Alright. Let me ask around.

Thank you, really.

You've never worked at a restaurant before?

No.

But I love Spanish food.

Like paella, pinches, jamon iberico and calamari plancha.

- Your accent? - I'm Chinese-Korean.

But I'm afraid we need someone with a bit more experience.

I learn quickly.

Even though it's a small place, it gets quite busy

so it s not fit for learning as you go.

You can ask me anything.

I'll wipe floors, do the dishes make coffee, anything...

How about we do a week trial period, then we'll decide after that?

Try shooting better.

There. That's right.

Oh, hi sis.

How was the interview? Did it go well?

Yeah. I'm starting soon.

Oh, that's great!

Congrats!

This is my cousin, Kim Namwoong.

This is my sis I told you about, Hyesun.

Hello.

The couch is pretty, huh?

You're right.

Want to give it a try?

Z is to shoot. X is to change directions.

Oh my!

Crazy!

You're great at shooting.

- Sure this is your first time? - Yes.

When x is 2.

Because the maximum volume is 23 square meters.

Without bubbles, it will look tasteless.

Ta-dah!

That's how you do it.

Hey.

I couldn't finish taking down the last equation.

Can I see your notes?

No.

Uh?

No, you can't see my notes.

Is my headband cute?

- Cute. - You're pretty, too.

And me?

Oh, and you look good too.

Wow.

I've ridden that one, and it's a lot of fun.

Really?

Looks fun.

We'll get churros later.

Look at that.

Wow.

Bomyi.

I'm so sorry.

I have to go.

Huh? Now?

The restaurant asked me to come to work.

They can find someone else.

We planned this for a month

Sorry.

Sorry, Namwoong.

Have fun, guys. I'm sorry.

I'll call you.

Here we have one paella, gambas al ajillo and one croquette tapas.

Enjoy.

This is not what we ordered.

I ordered pulpo al ajillo.

And I ordered two of these, not one.

Sorry, let me check up on this and get back to you.

Sorry, sorry.

All these Chinese-Korean waiters. I hate them.

- Hello? - Hello, Mr. Songgwang?

- It's Hyesun. - Do you have the money?

I'm almost there. I got a job and am saving up--

Didn't I tell you to call when you have the money?

Mr.

Please help me.

I have to send my mother a message.

I'll pay you soon, so please help me out.

Your mother will get no messages until you have the money.

Do you understand?

Yes.

Pull yourself together.

Sorry.

Quadratic functions.

F for x.

X squared minus 2ax.

Plus,

x squared minus 2ax.

Oh no.

Sorry, sorry.

Get the broom and dustpan.

One more of each, please!

I'm sorry.

We have to clean it up before the manager comes.

He might deduct our salary.

I'm sorry.

I'll do it, just be careful.

If we hurry, we'll be fine.

About earlier...

Thank you.

It's nothing. Everyone makes mistakes.

I've been studying a lot, so I'm tired.

I'll be more careful next time.

Are you studying for college?

Yes, I'm preparing to go to nursing school.

I see.

What did you major in?

Major? I didn't go to college.

I'm no good at studying.

For now I just want to travel, so I'm saving up.

Where?

Maybe the Philippines to go scuba diving,

but I haven't decided.

I'll just travel around and find what I want to do.

You can't find it in Korea?

Hyesun, you sound like my mom.

Korea can be suffocating.

And exhausting.

I want to see more, experience more.

If things get too tough abroad, I'll just come back.

Go back to living with my parents.

Hey... Could I get your phone number?

You can just follow me on Instagram.

My username...

is this:

surferjoe—4life.

I'm heading this way.

See you next time.

Goodbye.

Curl your lips inside your mouth,

place both hands on your cheeks and slowly pull downwards,

letting your mouth open naturally.

Keep your mouth and cheekbones as far apart as possible,

hold for 10 seconds, then release.

Repeat these movements five times.

The longer you maintain this hold, the more effective it will be.

From Sookhee: "Hyesun, how are you? Want to meet up at the pizzeria soon?"

From Hyesun: Yes, haha.

Coming through

Oops, sorry.

Just need to get something.

Where did it go?

There we go. One, two, three, four.

Four should do it.

Okay.

Good job today.

What are you doing?

Why?

Look more scared.

That's so fucking sexy.

Do you remember the South Korean dramas we used to watch in secret?

Stored on USB sticks smuggled over the border.

Windows shut tight, volume turned down.

The caring and handsome male lead characters,

the streets with falling cherry blossoms.

The bad guys got what they deserved, all the happy endings.

Those stories only exist on the screen, I think.

Sis!

How did you...?

Bomyi called me.

You didn't pick up my calls

so I came to see how you two are doing.

I brought you some leftovers from the pizzeria.

Try this. It's called a cheese stick.

It's a bit greasy, but pretty addictive.

Down here they throw away food after just one day.

You're busy because of the restaurant?

I know.

I've been busy too, trying to send some money to my son.

I also put some side dishes in the fridge.

I'm not very hungry.

Hyesun.

You need to take care of yourself.

Working hard and taking care of others is important, sure.

But if you start to drown, who is going to save them?

I just need to push a little longer.

I'm almost there.

Okay.

Mother.

I hope the money I send you will arrive safely.

That it will help to ease your pain and hunger.

I'm doing well here in the South,

so please don't worry about me.

Who are you?

Is this Daerim-dong 31?

- You are here for? - I'm looking for Mr. Songgwang.

Who are you?

Beanstalks need to be cut.

Take a seat.

You have something for me? - Yes.

What are these papers?

A letter. For my family.

Wait here a second.

We take 40%.

40%? I thought it was 30.

The security on the border got stronger, so we run a higher risk.

But that means...

Want us to send it or not?

Please send it.

Then 40% it is.

- Hyesun! - Hello.

What's all this

I'm cleaning out my closet.

Wow, that's a lot.

I guess you have settled in well.

You must have worked hard.

I guess so.

Hello.

- Hallelujah! - Amen.

Today we are blessed to have these mighty fine young people with us.

They have been on a long and grueling journey.

A journey where some lost hope,

and some were tempted by a sinful and immoral life.

Ultimately, their path from North Korea to Jesus Christ

was a journey led by God Almighty.

Welcome, Cho Hyesun and Kang Bomyi.

Hello, I am Cho Hyesun from Ryanggang Province.

Thanks to the missionaries of Woori Hana, I was able to leave China

and make it here to South Korea, my new home.

None of this would have been possible without the people of this church.

Thank you so much.

Yes, thank you.

Let us pray together.

We thank God Almighty for saving the souls of our two sisters.

For saving Hyesun and Bomyi from evil and temptation

and guiding them to eternal life, their path to Heaven.

You are now a child of God the Almighty.

You are now our family. You are now South Korean.

Thank you, Lord.

Amen.

Okay, everybody stand.

You were born to be loved

You are receiving that love in your life.

You were born to be loved

You are receiving that love in your life.

God's love from the beginning of time

Through our meeting, God's love will bear fruit.

Your very existence in this world

What a joy it brings us

Sis, want some?

There goes that sigh again.

We were supposed to have fun on this trip.

Yeah, I know.

It's just...

I thought I'd feel relieved after sending money to my mother.

But isn't this great?

The beautiful sunset,

I'm here next to you, and we have these tasty snacks.

Hello?

Hyesun?

How's Mother? Did she get the money and my letter?

Your mother

has passed away.

It happened a month ago.

Her neighbors didn't know how to reach you.

But they took care of the funeral.

We'll keep our 40%.

Why is this goddamn world so barbaric?

From the moment I left home, it was bound to go wrong.

Yoonhwa was right.

I deserve to be punished.

Don't say that.

No one deserves to get beaten so hard.

Yoonhwa and I worked in the same place in China.

Back then I was also saving up money for my mom's medicine.

I hid it, but they managed to find it.

They got furious, took the money...

They dragged me down to the beach at dawn.

They told me they'd drown me

and that no one would find me.

No one would even miss me.

They held my head under water, yelling at me.

Then they said they'd come after my family.

So I said it was Yoonhwa's money.

I see.

I turned her life into pure hell.

You know

I also ran away and left my son behind.

"If I don't get out, he will live just like me."

"I have to do whatever I can, to create a new life for us."

That's what I thought.

But...

a new life

is easier said than done.

In the end,

I ended up in a place called Happy Gentlemen's Club.

Happy, my ass.

No one was happy, and there were no gentlemen.

I was in a place called Paradise.

Paradise?

What a name.

Seriously...

I endured it all.

And still,

she died with no idea of how I was doing, or if I was even thinking of her.

She didn't hear anything from me, she just died all by herself.

Hyesun.

You did not abandon your mother.

We didn't give up, we did our best.

And your mother would be glad that

you went looking for a better life for yourself.

My beloved Mother,

from far away, I think of your face.

When I think of the faces of you and our family,

it brings back memories.

I think of that time as a child when I fell and injured my foot.

No one came to help,

so you carried me in your arms for miles to the district hospital.

I hope someday, somewhere

we will meet and share all the stories we never got to tell.

I will no longer live like a viper hiding in the grass.

I'll keep walking the road ahead.

My dear Mother, please stay healthy.

Your dearest daughter,

Hyesun.

Wanna hear what happened at school today?

What happened?

A bird just flew into the classroom!

- Really? - Yes, really!

What did everyone do?

Half the class just screamed and ran out.

Our homeroom teacher went to get the janitor.

But then Mina, the shortest girl in my class,

took a textbook and started chasing it into a corner.

Then she gently grabbed the bird, walked to the window, and released it.

She caught it with her hands?

That's very brave of her. - Totally.

I would get so anxious if a bird flew into my home.

My legs hurt.

Let's take a selfie.

Sis, we're drenched in sweat.

This way?

Come here.

Come closer.

One, two, three.

One, two, three.

Today you'll do your first medical exam on a real person.

And we have a senior citizen who has kindly agreed to volunteer.

Who would like to start?

Yes, Hyesun. Great.

Please begin.

Good morning, what is your name?

Cho Young Sook.

Welcome, Mrs. Cho.

How can I help you today?

I'm a little dizzy.

I understand.

Are you taking any medication, or is there anything I should be aware of?

Not that I know of.

Alright. Now I am going to check your blood pressure.

On your left arm.

Excuse me.

Your accent...

It sounds familiar.

Where are you from?

I'm from North Korea. Ryanggang Province.

I knew it.

You sound just like my parents.

They were from Hamgyong.

Really?

Let's get started, then.